TENAFLY, NEW JERSEY
News Update from the Mayor
March 13, 2026
Hello. This is Mayor Mark Zinna with a Friday news update.
Please join Temple Sinai and the Tenafly Interfaith Association for an Interfaith Vigil, Dinner and Immigrant/Refugee Shabbat on Friday, March 13 at 5:00 pm in Huyler Park. An Interfaith Shabbat Dinner follows at Temple Sinai. RSVP and registration required for dinner at: https://www.templesinaibc.org/form/interfaith-shabbat-dinner.html
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Families welcome. Music, dinner, BYOB. Free admission, donations welcome. RSVP to 201-567-0111. Saturday, March 14 at 6:00 pm at the Presbyterian Church.
There are so many ways to have fun outdoors at the Nature Center! This month’s Seasonal Scavenger Hunt is available for pickup this weekend, Saturday, March 14 and Sunday, March 15, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. On Sunday the 15 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, take a walk that makes a difference with the Annual Boundary Walk, a hands-on stewardship event that helps safeguard the health and integrity of our preserve. Looking ahead to April 4, be sure to sign up early for TNC's Extraordinary Egg Hunt as spaces are sure to fill up! Learn more and register anytime at TenaflyNatureCenter.org
The Tenafly Library Friends are celebrating Women's History Month with a concert favorite; The Metamorphic Winds Saxophone Quartet. This event will be held this Sunday, March 15 at 2:00 pm at the Tenafly Library. Come enjoy this lively family-friendly event. It's free and no registration is needed.
Experience a piano recital by Victoria Schwartzman, performing on a Mason and Hamlin grand piano Beethoven, Chopin, and Prokofiev classics. March 15 at 4:30 pm, at the Presbyterian Church. Free admission, though donations supporting the arts outreach program are welcome.
The Church of the Atonement, located at the corner of Highwood and Engle, is hosting their annual Soup Supper on Wednesday, March 18 at 6:30 pm. There will be homemade soups and desserts. It is BYOB and bring your own bowl and spoon! Adults $10 and children 3 to 11 are $5.
On Sunday, March 22 at 5:00 pm, The Church of the Atonement will be presenting Franz Liszt’s “Via Crucis” for soloists, choir, and organ, with poetry and other readings. $15 is suggested as a free will offering at the door.
Sign up now on Community Pass for Recreation sports and programs including Girls & Boys Lacrosse, Junior Football and more! Save the date: Wednesday, March 25 for the ‘Bunny Brigade’, prizes, fun and photos with the bunny. Visit the Borough website under Parks & Recreation for more information and register on Community Pass.
ACEing Autism at the Kaplen JCC kicks off its Spring season on Sunday, March 22. ACEing helps children benefit from social connections, fitness and fun through tennis. If you are interested in signing up your child ages 5-18 to participate, or if high school students and adults want to volunteer, please email kaplenjcc@ACEingAutism.org . No tennis experience required.
The Kaplen JCC Running Program is designed for kids ages 8 to 14 and adults 18+ to discover the joy of running in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Whether participants are brand new to running or looking to build skills and confidence, this program focuses on developing a love for movement while improving endurance, strength, and overall fitness. All sessions are led by experienced Race Faster coaches, who create fun, engaging, and age-appropriate workouts for every level. Added Bonus: Everyone who signs up for Race Faster Running Club receives FREE entry into our 2026 Rubin Run 5k! Details at www.jccotp.org
Carriage House concerts presents “Roots“, a String Quartet, performing Armenian folk songs by Komitas, Scandinavian selections, and Dvořák, March 22 at 5:00 pm in the Presbyterian Church Chapel. Admission $30 per person, children under 18 free, tickets available through Eventbrite or at the door.
Take advantage of the early bird special discount for summertime Pool Membership. Visit the Borough website under Parks & Recreation for details and sign up on Community Pass.
Enjoy your weekend,
Mayor Mark Zinna
